Critically allaimed, El Pirata Detapas in Notting Hill, introduces three fantastic regional Spanish degustacion menus for the summer. Showcasing regional tapas specialties from the regions of Navarra in northern Spain in July, Catalunya (which encompasses Barcelona) in August and the Basque region in September.
El Pirata Detapas has Head Chef Omar Allibhoy to thank for these accessible tasting menus which represent excellent value for money at just £20 per person. Hailing from Madrid, Omar’s cocina nueva blends traditional dishes with contemporary twists, with ingredients sourced from artisan Spanish producers, all in a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere.
Each menu features 10 different regional tapas and is designed for two to share. Typical dishes on the Catalunya menu include broad beans with Serrano ham; traditional cod samfaina; and pig trotter carpaccio with truffle oil. The Navarra menu has been created to coincide with the region’s San Fermin Festival in Pamplona, better known as the running of the bulls, which takes place from 6th July to 14th July this year. Choose from dishes such as roasted fresh cod with ajoarriero piquillo pepper sauce; chicken chilindon, paprika with Serrano ham sauce and menestra vegetable stew. The Vasca menu features Basque specialties such as mussel croquettes; red kidney bean stew and black pudding; and cuttlefish with black rice.
Head Chef Omar Allibhoy says, “There’s a huge amount about Spanish regional cuisine yet to be discovered in this country. I’m so proud of my culinary heritage and the quality of our ingredients that I want everyone in London to try it – that’s why it’s just £20 per person.”
The menus are available from 1 July 2009 until 30 September 2009. El Pirata Detapas also offers a fantastic Menu Del Dia – a set lunch (available midday - 6:30pm) which offers a real taste of Spain for just £9. With two authentic tapas from the lunch menu, plus homemade bread and alioli, and a glass of red or white wine or a soft drink, you can’t go wrong.
El Pirata Detapas, 115 Westbourne Grove, London W2 4UP
T: 020 7727 5000
www.elpiratadetapas.co.uk
Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday 12pm - 3pm 6pm - 11pm
Saturday - Sunday 12pm - 11pm
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